Playing cards - Paper

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Sean Devitt
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Estimate  € 2,000 - € 2,200
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Description from the seller

Deck of hand-painted playing cards from central Italy in the early 1800s.
Rare cards, a true one-of-a-kind piece.
Have been evaluated by several experts and all gave roughly the same opinion.
A unique piece, as was done in that period, made to order (the author cannot be defined because they are unsigned, although almost certainly made by some reputable artist. When they were commissioned, especially by important families, the authors often did not sign them).
The photos speak for themselves and show the author's hand.
Considering the horses, which are visible from the back (not seen in decks of this kind), they could recall Napoleon's defeat and therefore probably date after 1815.
The Rivoltinatura technique is present (an Italian method used to protect playing cards).
The cards present as in the photos, i.e., without signs of wear and in excellent condition.
I have them in my possession for over 40 years

Deck of hand-painted playing cards from central Italy in the early 1800s.
Rare cards, a true one-of-a-kind piece.
Have been evaluated by several experts and all gave roughly the same opinion.
A unique piece, as was done in that period, made to order (the author cannot be defined because they are unsigned, although almost certainly made by some reputable artist. When they were commissioned, especially by important families, the authors often did not sign them).
The photos speak for themselves and show the author's hand.
Considering the horses, which are visible from the back (not seen in decks of this kind), they could recall Napoleon's defeat and therefore probably date after 1815.
The Rivoltinatura technique is present (an Italian method used to protect playing cards).
The cards present as in the photos, i.e., without signs of wear and in excellent condition.
I have them in my possession for over 40 years

Details

Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
40
Material
Paper
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Very good
Estimated period
1800-1850
ItalyVerified
Private

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